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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Syria Offers to Cut Russian Oil Imports as It Seeks Closer U.S. Ties
Caption: Syria Offers to Cut Russian Oil Imports as It Seeks Closer U.S. Ties. Syria has told the United States it is willing to sharply reduce its imports of Russian oil as it seeks to improve ties with Washington, according to Reuters. The commitment came during talks over U.S. sanctions and Syria's possible removal from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. U.S. officials said cutting Russian oil imports is not a formal requirement for lifting the designation, but welcomed Damascus' willingness to reduce its dependence on Moscow. Russia currently supplies about 60,000 barrels of crude per day, making it Syria's largest oil provider. Syrian officials said they cannot make an immediate switch and will need alternative suppliers before significantly cutting Russian imports. Damascus has already signed energy agreements with several Western companies as part of a broader effort to diversify its energy sources. The proposed shift deepens Syria's attempts to rebuild relations with Western countries after years of isolation and conflict. If implemented, the move could reduce Russia's economic influence in Syria while strengthening Damascus' ties with the United States and its allies. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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